2005 Dodge Neon vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. Both 2005 Dodge Neon and 1996 Ford Mondeo are equipped with a 1,794 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Mondeo (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Neon | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Neon | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
